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Never get locked out of your email again by doing this

By: Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report — April 30th 2024 at 09:00
If you can't log in to your email account, you might want to try one of these methods to get yourself back in. Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson shows you how.

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How ‘Yahoo Boys’ use real-time face-swapping to carry out elaborate romance scams

By: Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report — April 29th 2024 at 09:00
Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson reveals how the "Yahoo Boys" scam utilizes deepfake and face-swapping technology to trick people who believe they are in a romantic relationship.

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Put down your phone: How selfies and videos are ruining gym etiquette and invading privacy

By: Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report — April 27th 2024 at 09:00
Fitness centers and workout studios are starting to establish policies that prohibit shooting phone videos to protect people's privacy.

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Apple sends out threat notifications in 92 countries warning about spyware

By: Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report — April 27th 2024 at 05:00
Apple recently notified a small number of iPhone customers in 92 countries that their phones may be under attack by mercenary spyware.

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AI-powered home security system strikes back with paintballs and tear gas

By: Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report — April 26th 2024 at 05:00
An artificial intelligence-powered home security system can fire paintballs and tear gas at trespassers. The camera identifies human faces and animals.

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The AI camera stripping away privacy in the blink of an eye

By: Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report — April 25th 2024 at 09:00
A new camera called NUCA uses artificial intelligence to create deepfake photos of subjects by stripping away clothing in close to real time.

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Tired of getting those mysterious password reset emails? Here’s what to do about it

By: Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report — April 24th 2024 at 09:00
Emails instructing you to reset your password for an account may be legitimate, or they may be scams. Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson explains.

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How to remove Facebook access to your photos

By: Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report — April 23rd 2024 at 09:00
If you do not want Facebook to have automatic access to your private photos, follow our tips to protect yourself. Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson shows you how.

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AI can predict political orientations from blank faces – and researchers fear 'serious' privacy challenges

By: Greg Norman — April 23rd 2024 at 03:00
Researchers are warning about privacy concerns after a study found that AI facial recognition technology is able to predict people's political orientations from images of blank faces.

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Tidy up your tech: Spring-cleaning tips for safeguarding your data

By: Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report — April 22nd 2024 at 09:00
Safeguarding your digital life with a reliable physical backup isn't just a precaution, it's a necessity. Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson provides the essential backup checklist.

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The troubling truth about our country's recycling programs

By: Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report — April 22nd 2024 at 05:00
Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson reveals how a Redditor exposed false recycling claims at their apartment, highlighting a report that only 21% of U.S. recyclables are processed.

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The secret meaning of your iPhone clock’s 4 different colors

By: Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report — April 21st 2024 at 05:00
The bubble behind the clock on your iPhone can appear in different colors. Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson explains what each of those colors mean.

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Can AI help someone stage a fake kidnapping scam against you or your family?

By: Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report — April 20th 2024 at 09:00
Scammers are using the power of artificial intelligence to mimic voices of people and are using the fake voices to commit crimes, like kidnappings.

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Over half a million Roku accounts compromised in second cybersecurity breach

By: Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report — April 18th 2024 at 09:00
Streaming giant Roku has recently been targeted by a pair of cyberattacks, and the company confirmed over a half million Roku accounts were compromised.

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Nationwide alert: SMS phishing attacks target toll road customers

By: Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report — April 17th 2024 at 09:00
The FBI is warning the public about a recent phishing scam via text that claims its targets owe money in Pennsylvania for unpaid road toll charges.

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Cellphone nightmare leads to ported numbers, identity theft and fight for recovery

By: Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report — April 16th 2024 at 09:00
A ported phone number scam is leading to more people having their identities stolen by sophisticated scammers. Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson tells you what you need to know.

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6 things to do right now to boost your security, privacy before it’s too late

By: Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report — April 15th 2024 at 09:00
Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson reveals the six top things to do right now before it’s too late: Tech and life choices that can keep your safer on and offline.

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How to hide apps on your iPhone to keep them secret

By: Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report — April 15th 2024 at 05:00
Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson shows you some simple steps to discreetly hide apps or an entire app page on your iPhone for decluttering or confidentiality.

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Top lawmaker shares 'biggest fear' about her kids' data online as Congress eyes federal privacy rules

By: Elizabeth Elkind — April 15th 2024 at 03:00
House Energy and Commerce Committee Chairwoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers said there would be a hearing this week on data privacy as she works to advance her legislation.

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Is your smartphone spying on you without you even knowing it?

By: Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report — April 14th 2024 at 09:00
The ambient light sensors on smartphones may be turned into cameras, according to researches at MIT. This could pose a threat to people's privacy.

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How scammers have sunk to a new low with an AI obituary scam targeting the grieving

By: Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report — April 13th 2024 at 09:00
Scammers have stooped to using artificial intelligence to scan obituary websites to create fake obituary websites to target the grieving.

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Is the FTC calling you? Probably not. Here's how to avoid a phone scam targeting you

By: Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report — April 10th 2024 at 09:00
The Federal Trade Commission, the federal agency to report scams to, is being impersonated as part of a new sophisticated phone scam.

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Advice from fraud specialist who files debit card swindling claims all day

By: Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report — April 9th 2024 at 09:00
Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson reveals advice from a reader who files debit card fraud claims all day. Here are eight do's and don'ts to prevent debit card fraud.

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How to update your PIN or password on your Android

By: Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report — April 9th 2024 at 05:00
Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson shows you how to update your password, PIN or pattern on your Android to keep your device safe and secure from hackers.

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Protect your Android from the Vultur banking Trojan’s remote attacks

By: Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report — April 8th 2024 at 09:00
Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson reveals how hackers have unleased a new, more powerful version of the Vultur banking Trojan that's capable of taking full control of your Android device.

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AT&T data leak from 73 million customers; what you need to do next

By: Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report — April 3rd 2024 at 09:00
AT&T says it is investigating a data leak that surrendered information for 7.6 million current users and 65.4 million former customers.

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6 things to do before you leave on vacation

By: Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report — April 2nd 2024 at 09:00
From having your mail held to setting up automatic email replies, Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson reveals six things to do before you leave for vacation.

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Beware of encrypted PDFs as latest trick to deliver malware to you

By: Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report — April 1st 2024 at 09:00
Russian-backed hackers are using new malware to steal information with "Coldriver," which sends its targets encrypted PDFs that is actually malware.

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